Guest Internet GIS-K1+

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Summary

Principal Features of Guest Internet Gateway Products

Bandwidth Control

Setting download and upload speed limits for overall service or individual access codes.

Firewall

Protecting the business network from unauthorized access from the public network.

Choosing Internet Access Mode

Unlimited Internet Access

How guests access the Internet by agreeing to terms and conditions on the login page.

Controlled Internet Access

Requires guests to enter an access code to connect to the Internet.

Switching the Gateway Product on for the First Time

Initial Gateway Configuration

Overview of the easy-to-use wizard for initial product configuration.

Installing the Gateway Product in a Computer Network

PCI DSS Compliance for Network Design

Requirements for protecting credit card information and preventing unauthorized access.

Connecting Your Computer Browser to the Guest Internet Product

Accessing the Setup Wizard

Instructions to type http://aplogin.com into the browser to start the setup wizard.

The Quick Start Wizard: Check the Internet Connection

Verifying Internet Connectivity

Checking for a green 'YES' indicating a successful Internet connection.

Troubleshooting Connection Issues

Steps to verify DSL modem, router connection, and potential fixed IP address configuration.

The Quick Start Wizard: Set the Time Zone and Password

Setting the Administrator Password

Creating a strong administrator password following PCI-DSS recommendations.

The Quick Start Wizard: Select Disclaimer or Code Access

Choosing Access Control Type

Selecting between unlimited access (disclaimer) or controlled access (access code).

Operating the Guest Internet Gateway Unit

Important Note on Advanced Settings

Warning about potential device lockout from incorrect advanced setting changes.

Login for Access Code Generation and Management

Accessing the Codes Management Page

Using the http://aplogin.com/codes URL for access code generation and management.

Setting a Codes Password

Creating a separate password for the access code management page.

Status Functions: Billing Report

Credit Card Billing Functionality

Details on PayPal credit card billing for hotspots and Internet cafes.

Management Functions: Manage Codes

Access Code Generation and Management Page

Interface for generating codes in various formats and managing outstanding codes.

Management Functions: Change Password

Admin and Codes Passwords

Managing two types of passwords: admin for interface access and codes for access management.

Management Functions: Reboot System

Rebooting the Gateway

Restarting the device to apply changes or resolve issues.

Login Page Configuration Options

Login Page Type Selection

Choosing between Open access, Unlimited access, Registered access, and Controlled access.

Advanced Settings: Credit Card; PayPal

PayPal Credit Card Billing Activation

Activating PayPal billing to sell Internet access via credit card.

Advanced Settings: Content Filter

OpenDNS Content Filtering Service

Utilizing OpenDNS for family-friendly web content filtering.

OpenDNS Account Registration

Advanced Settings: Bandwidth Control

Bandwidth Control Overview

Setting Download and Upload Speed Limits

Configuring global download and upload speeds or per access code.

Advanced Settings: Network Interfaces

Network Interface Setup (WAN Tab)

Network Interface Setup (LAN Tab)

Advanced Settings: Firewall

Firewall Features Overview

Block Private IP Ranges

Preventing public users from accessing private IP address ranges within the business network.

Advanced Settings: Upgrade Firmware

Firmware Upgrade Process

Loading and installing firmware files to update the gateway's software.

Advanced Settings: Backup and Restore

Configuration Backup and Restore

Saving and restoring gateway configuration files for backup or deployment.

Reset the Product Configuration to Factory Defaults

Reset Procedure for GIS-R3, R5+, R6+

Using the reset button on the enclosure to restore factory defaults.

Reset Procedure for GIS-R10;R20

Resetting GIS-R10/R20 via computer connection and browser to restore factory defaults.